Shimen Yinfeng Tea

Shimen Yinfeng tea is mainly produced in the Huping Mountain National Natural Reserve and its surrounding areas. This region is widely recognized as one of the two "green triangle" regions for high-quality tea around the globe. In 2025, Shimen Yinfeng green tea was acclaimed by judges for its "straight shape, vibrant green color, and fresh flavor," earning the title of "Five-star Recommended Product" at the "Huaming Cup" national tea product evaluation campaign. 

Springtime is perfect for hiking and picking tea leaves. You may climb up Hunan's "rooftop"— Huping Mountain, picking tender tea buds amidst a mist-shrouded tea garden, and visit Jiashan Temple on your way down, exploring "Zen in Tea" in Buddhism.

Recommended tea plantations: Tea gardens around the Huping Mountain 

Best harvest period: Around Qingming Festival, which falls on April 5 this year.

Hands-on activities: Picking tea leaves; experiencing tea-making; and, hiking.

Nearby attractions: Huping Mountain and Jiashan Temple.

Local delicacies: Shimen chitterlings and Tujia cured meat.


Chinese source: hunantoday